1. Spirit of Liberty Judge Learned Hand
John Brooks Kendra Babbitt
Celena Hall

2. Judge Learned Hand
He was one of the most influential judges in America.
He served on the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
He was born on January 27, 1872, Albany.

3. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
When was this text written? 1944
Why was it written? To get people to realize what it meant to be patriotic.
What was going on in history when this text was written? World War II was occurring.

4. Summary
Judge Learned Hand wanted anybody who read this story to realize the impact that World War II had on people in America. He also wanted people to be happy through this tragic time in history. This story was based on liberty, freedom, and our soldiers. He was also expressing happiness and strong hearts. He wanted people to ask themselves, what they would for their country.

5. RELEVANCE
Because World War II was tragic, and it helped give people hope for our soldiers, morale and future.

6. LITERARY DEVICES
1. “Liberty lies in the hearts of men and women; when it dies....” Alliteration and Personification
2. “…In that spirit of liberty and of America so prosperous and safe...” Personification